• Cosequin For Cats With Arthritis

    Uncategorized 21.01.2012 No Comments

    Following my recent post “Does Your Cat Have Cat Arthritis?” I have now found an interesting youtube video specifically about cat arthritis from a veterinarian who gives helpful advice as well as recommending Cosequin as a source of chondroitin sulfate to help ease joint pain. My cat is fifteen and a half and I’m considering this option, after I talk to our veterinarian.

    Here is the video – it’s quite short but full of good information:

    You can also click the following links to purchase or find out more about Cosequin which got 4.5 stars in reviews:

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  • Does Your Cat Have Cat Arthritis?

    Types of Arthritis 19.01.2012 No Comments

    Well it’s similar to us humans. Arthritis is usually found in older or even geriatric cats. It can be found in younger cats, but that’s not so common. Again similar to humans.

    Still, whoever has arthritis, is not exactly going for a joy ride and there are steps you can take to make sure your cat remains healthy and will possibly bypass this chronic and painful disease.

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  • Arthritis Pain And Natural Homeopathic Remedies

    Natural Remedies 16.12.2011 No Comments

    If you have arthritis, no doubt you have tried many things to reduce your chronic pain. There is a lot to choose from – medications from your pharmacy or doctor, natural remedies including essential oils, herbal remedies, remedies that have been passed down for centuries like apple cider vinegar and honey or cinnamon and honey but there are also homeopathic remedies for arthritis that you may want to check out.

    Although homeopathy has a very broad range of remedies for many ailments, there are four specific ones that could be helpful for arthritis pain. Not a lot of people think of homeopathy when it comes to arthritis, but really it could help a lot.  Here are four remedies in alphabetical order: Read more…

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  • Does Milk and Dairy Encourage Arthritis And Joint Swelling?

    arthritis pain relief 06.09.2011 1 Comment

    In general, diet is not considered to have any lasting effects on arthritis and joint swelling. However, alternative medicine has another take on this. People suffering from this disease can benefit from having a more alkaline diet.

    What does that mean? Well coffee, red meats, cheese, for example have an acidic effect on the body. It has long been acknowledged that if our bodies are in an alkaline state, disease has little chance of taking effect. Therefore many people who stop drinking coffee and reducing meat, fish and dairy consumption often benefit from have fewer arthritis flare ups and even some pain goes away.

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  • How Do You Know If You Have Arthritis In Your Hands?

    Articles 16.08.2011 1 Comment

    There isn’t one body part that is as important in our everyday life than our hands and fingers. They do myriad functions for us every minute of every day – in fact they are often only at rest at night when we sleep.

    If your hands and fingers become sore or stiff, you could have arthritis – especially if this doesn’t go away.

    My mother suffered with arthritis and especially in her hands, I saw her struggle daily to do the most inane chores. Turning the doorknob, tying my shoe laces, lifting a pan or simply holding a book caused her pain. As I grew older, I saw her hands become deformed.

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  • The Benefits Of Tumeric For Arthritis

    arthritis pain relief, Articles, Natural Remedies 16.08.2011 No Comments

    This is just a short video but I thought it was very informative and clear what role tumeric plays in reducing inflammation in your body as well as helping people who suffer from arthritis:

    Let me know what you think.

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  • Your Dog Can Get Arthritis Too!

    arthritis pain relief, Types of Arthritis 16.08.2011 No Comments

    Although many of us humans have arthritis and all the chronic pain and trauma that goes with it, it can equally affect our pets. Just like us, as pets age, they get slower, sleep more and they could be a victim to this insidious disease. Older cats are prone to it. The larger the dog breed, the more likely they are to get it, but it can affect smaller breeds too.

    First of all, how do you know if your beloved pet is suffering from arthritis? If you know your pet well, and of course you do, you will notice that something is out of balance. Then you observe him or her well. The signs could be that getting up or settling down seems to be causing problems, excessive sleep (mind you cats, for example, sleep away most of the day as it is). Also favoring one limb over another could be a sign. Being  less alert as though their attention is on something internal.The next step would be to visit your veterinarian. He or she will check out the animal and look for obvious signs. Just like us, pets can receive NSAIDs which are non steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs. Just like us, they can have problems with certain drugs, so if your pet is on NSAIDs, check carefully that they are doing him more good than harm. Your veterinarian will let you know what to look for.

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  • Cinnamon And Honey For Natural Pain Relief For Arthritis

    arthritis pain relief, Natural Remedies 16.08.2011 No Comments

    Many people who have arthritis know, or friends and family have told them about the benefits of taking apple cider vinegar and honey. This is a powerful pain reliever as well as helping to detoxify the body. It’s also very simple to do. Just mix a tablespoonful of honey (the better the quality is obviously effective here and raw honey is recommended, organic if possible) and a tablespoonful good quality natural apple cidervinegar together and dissolve in a glass of water. Take this twice a day for your arthritis or, if you have pain during the day, take another glass.

    However, there is another natural remedy that fewer people know about and that is honey and cinnamon. It works in much the same way as the apple cider vinegar and honey remedy. Again, use good quality honey and cinnamon from Ceylon is best. Put two tablespoons of honey with one tablespoon of cinnamon in a glass of warm water. It is best drunk in the morning on an empty stomach and again in the evening, or before bed if that is a better time for you and if your arthritis prevents a good night’s sleep.

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  • Arthritis and Natural Pain Relief

    arthritis pain relief, Natural Remedies 07.09.2010 No Comments

    Arthritis is a chronic disease and one of the prime causes of disability in older people. Unfortunately, even teenagers can now experience arthritis.

    There are many ways to get relief from the pain arthritis causes. Your doctor will be able to offer you a variety of medications and other beneficial resources. Unfortunately, these medications often come with side effects. This is why many people try natural and alternative treatments.

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  • Rheumatoid Arthritis Diagnosis: The Facts

    Articles 27.11.2009 No Comments

     

    Rheumatoid arthritis is a bit different from regular arthritis. It is an auto-immune disease, affecting your immune system as well as your joints. The quicker the rheumatoid arthritis diagnosis takes place, the better off you are as you can weigh your options for treatment. The longer you leave it, the worse this chronic disease gets, often causing loss of mobility and even becoming disabled. In other words, get to your doctor fast!

    How will you know if you are affected?

    Swelling of joints:

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